wooden beam is made from a renewable resource offering particular visual and

environmental qualities, including a wide range of forms and finishes.

It may be used in structurally innovative building projects or to repair and/or replace damaged
existing beams.

In choosing wooden beams

The suitability of the beam should be verified by a structural engineer. Ensure compliance with
applicable building codes and regulations. Consider the beam's visibility and exposure to moisture,
sunlight or other environmental conditions. Adequate protection must be provided.

Determine the environmental impact of its manufacture, transport and components such as glues or
resins. Maintenance may require regular application of treatments or coatings to prevent insect
infestation and rot, or to comply with regulations.

CONCRETE BEAMS

Known as reinforced concrete beams or reinforced cement concrete (RCC) beams, these beams are
made by encasing steel bars, plates, or fibers within the concrete.

Such steel reinforcing increases the beam strength, and allows the beam to cope with tensile stresses
and resist bending.

Without the steel reinforcing, the concrete beam would be brittle and break under the loads imposed
on it.

Concrete beams are widely used in contemporary building construction and in the construction of
highway bridges.

Advantages of concrete beams:

In maintenance cost reinforced concrete beams is a small price.

Concrete beams have high compressive strengths as compared to other building materials.

The reinforced concrete beam for the building system is more lasting than any other building
material and method.

Disadvantages of Reinforced Concrete:

There are plenty of steps using reinforced concrete in mixing, curing, and casting. These are
affected in the final getting strength.

The cost of forms used in casting RC is comparatively higher.

METAL BEAMS